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How the World Cup is inspiring the next generation of players in the U.S.

As the World Cup kicks off, some of soccer's youngest fans are eager to see their idols in person and on the global stage. Nicole Valdes shows how it's inspiring the next generation of players.

Published June 11, 2026, 2:12 PM

Updated June 11, 2026, 2:21 PM266

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How the World Cup is inspiring the next generation of players in the U.S.

As the World Cup kicks off, some of soccer's youngest fans are eager to see their idols in person and on the global stage. Nicole Valdes shows how it's inspiring the next generation of players.

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How the World Cup is inspiring the next generation of players in the U.S.

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